5.54ct Freeform Tablet Semi Black Opal GIA Certified Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Opal The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal, Black Opal
Opal Gemstone
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923
2,518
185
2,868
2,180
168
79
27
27
23
20
16
11
8
8
7
7
6
6
6
5
4
3
2
2
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66
42
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8.01ct Freeform Gray Opal GIA Certified Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Opal The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
6.39ct Freeform Gray Opal GIA Certified Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Opal The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
0.84ct Freeform Cabochon Grey Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 0.84 cts Measurements: 8.74 x 5.18 x 3.17
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
3.6ct Oval Cabochon White Welo Opal from Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 3.6 cts Measurements: 11.78 x 9.79 x 6.61
Category
2010s Ethiopian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
4.31ct Oval Cabochon White Crystal Opal from Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 4.31 cts Measurements: 12.13 x 10.20 x
Category
2010s Ethiopian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
2.71ct Oval Cabochon White Crystal Opal from Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 2.71 cts Measurements: 14.12 x 10.03 x
Category
2010s Ethiopian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
3.54ct Oval Cabochon White Welo Opal from Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 3.54 cts Measurements: 13.72 x 10.00 x
Category
2010s Ethiopian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
3.79ct Oval Cabochon White Welo Opal from Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 3.79 cts Measurements: 13.90 x 9.97 x
Category
2010s Ethiopian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
2.57ct Oval Cabochon White Crystal Opal from Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 2.57 cts Measurements: 11.00 x 9.00 x
Category
2010s Ethiopian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
4.24ct Oval Cabochon White Welo Opal from Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 4.24 cts Measurements: 12.07 x 10.11 x
Category
2010s Ethiopian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
3.34ct Oval Cabochon White Welo Opal from Ethiopia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 3.34 cts Measurements: 11.91 x 9.92 x
Category
2010s Ethiopian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
25.57ct Natural White Crystal Opal Oval Cabochon Gem 26.8x17mm Loose Gemstone
$681
H 1.06 in W 0.67 in D 0.45 in
25.57ct Natural White Crystal Opal Oval Cabochon Gem 26.8x17mm Loose Gemstone
Located in Birmingham, GB
25.57ct Natural White Crystal Opal Oval Cabochon Gem 26.8x17mm Loose Gemstone Natural Loose White
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Opal
Natural 5.89 Ct Australian boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This amazing 5.89 Ct Australian black boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal, Black Opal
2.73ct Rectangular Freeform Cabochon Gray Opal from Australia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Opal Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 2.73 cts Measurements: 15.71 x 7.21 x
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Australian Loose Boulder Opal of 9.00ct. 21mm x 14mm.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Australian Loose Boulder Opal is of impressive 9.00ct (21mm x 14mm) displaying the superb
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
14.00 Carat Natural Loose Opal Cabochon From Ethiopia
Located in Peshawar, PK
Treatment: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Opal is a mesmerizing gemstone celebrated for its vibrant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Pastel Boulder Opal Silver Pendant Natural Australian opal Unisex Jewelry gift
$643Sale Price|44% Off
H 1.46 in W 0.79 in D 0.12 in L 1.02 in
Pastel Boulder Opal Silver Pendant Natural Australian opal Unisex Jewelry gift
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Boulder Opal gemstone origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.12 x
Category
2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Silver
Bespoke Loose Australian Oval Cabochon Cut Opal 17.71ct
$408Sale Price|20% Off
Bespoke Loose Australian Oval Cabochon Cut Opal 17.71ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Loose Australian Oval Cabochon Cut Opal, VI1 Clarity, Gray Colour, weighing 17.71ct. Metal: N/A
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal, White Gold
Opal Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Large 18k gold cocktail ring, featuring pear shape 30mm x 20.6mm x 8.4mm opal gemstone. Surrounded
Category
20th Century More Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold
8.50 Carat Natural Loose Opal Cabochon From Ethiopia, Africa
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Non Certificate: On Customer Demand Opal is a mesmerizing gemstone celebrated for its vibrant play
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 20.39 Ct Australian kite-shaped boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
$28,546
W 1.1 in D 0.21 in L 0.82 in
Natural 20.39 Ct Australian kite-shaped boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This unique 20.39 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal, Black Opal
Natural 8.68 Ct Australian boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 8.68 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Mt. Margaret opal
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 4.38 Ct Australian boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 4.38 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Big Boulder Koroit Opal Silver Pendant Australian Opal Gold Plated Necklace
$1,632Sale Price|44% Off
H 1.66 in
Big Boulder Koroit Opal Silver Pendant Australian Opal Gold Plated Necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
18K gold plated silver necklace with natural Boulder Koroit Opal gemstone origin - Australia gem
Category
2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver
Natural 12.61 Ct Australian green-blue black boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
$17,654
W 0.72 in D 0.25 in L 0.58 in
Natural 12.61 Ct Australian green-blue black boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This rare 12.61 Ct Australian black boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal, Black Opal
Natural 3.53 Australian pink and green boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
$3,953
W 0.38 in D 0.13 in L 0.51 in
Natural 3.53 Australian pink and green boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This lovely 3.53 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Pink Tourmaline, Opal and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Dangle Earrings
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
and Opal gemstones in these contemporary earrings.
Category
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 11.52 Ct Australian rainbow boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
$16,128
W 0.49 in D 0.16 in L 0.89 in
Natural 11.52 Ct Australian rainbow boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 11.52 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 4.15 Ct Australian pastel boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This lovely 4.15 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Russells opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 7.61 Ct Australian carved flower opal mined by Sue Cooper
$1,551
W 0.68 in D 0.21 in L 0.73 in
Natural 7.61 Ct Australian carved flower opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 7.61 Ct Australian wood replacement opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Russells
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 4.14 Ct Australian heart boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
$11,592
W 0.53 in D 0.13 in L 0.52 in
Natural 4.14 Ct Australian heart boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This lovely 4.14 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 12.54 Ct Australian heart boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
$1,892
W 0.76 in D 0.17 in L 0.72 in
Natural 12.54 Ct Australian heart boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 12.54 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 23.20 Ct large teardrop boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 23.20 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 9.59 Ct rainbow Australian boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
$3,884
W 0.54 in D 0.22 in L 0.73 in
Natural 9.59 Ct rainbow Australian boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 7.66 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Mt. Margaret opal
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 8.30 Ct Australian pastel boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
$2,241
W 0.6 in D 0.17 in L 0.65 in
Natural 8.30 Ct Australian pastel boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This lovely 8.30 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 5.24 Ct Australian pink boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This lovely 5.24 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 20.94 Ct Australian rainbow boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
$14,658
W 0.64 in D 0.24 in L 1.12 in
Natural 20.94 Ct Australian rainbow boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 20.94 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Russells opal mine
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
AGL Certified 8.11 Carat Australian Black Opal Vivid Blue Green N2-B4
$35,600Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.49 in D 0.22 in L 0.87 in
AGL Certified 8.11 Carat Australian Black Opal Vivid Blue Green N2-B4
Located in Chicago, IL
This pear-shape stunning Australian Black Opal displays a vivid Blue-Green Play-of-Color Phenomena
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal, Black Opal
Australian Loose Solid Opal of 7.50ct (18mm x 15mm). Lightning Ridge.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
! This Australian Loose Solid Opal is of impressive 7.50ct (18mm x 15mm) of unusual triangle shape, from
Category
Vintage 1980s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 2.75 Ct Australian green and pink black boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
$3,850
W 0.33 in D 0.11 in L 0.58 in
Natural 2.75 Ct Australian green and pink black boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 2.75 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal, Black Opal
Natural 4.37 Ct Australian ocean-coloured boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
$1,835
W 0.4 in D 0.14 in L 0.49 in
Natural 4.37 Ct Australian ocean-coloured boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This pretty 4.37 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in
Category
2010s Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Australian Loose Solid Opal of 7.50ct (27mm x 12mm). Lightning Ridge.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
! This Australian Loose Solid Opal is of impressive 7.50ct (27mm x 12mm) from Lightning Ridge
Category
Vintage 1980s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 13.54 Ct carved Boulder Opal butterfly wings mined by Sue Cooper
$3,791
W 1.15 in D 0.15 in L 0.76 in
Natural 13.54 Ct carved Boulder Opal butterfly wings mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 13.54 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 20.08 Ct Carved Boulder Opal Butterfly Wings mined by Sue Cooper
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.19 in D 0.15 in L 0.91 in
Natural 20.08 Ct Carved Boulder Opal Butterfly Wings mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 20.08 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 9.42 Ct Australian light pastel boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
$6,594
W 0.47 in D 0.2 in L 0.88 in
Natural 9.42 Ct Australian light pastel boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This lovely 9.42 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Yaraka opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 9.36 Ct Australian wood replacement opal heart mined by Sue Cooper
$13,104
W 0.81 in D 0.19 in L 0.71 in
Natural 9.36 Ct Australian wood replacement opal heart mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This brilliant 9.36 Ct wood replacement opal, carved into a heart, is a truly exceptional addition
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 6.27 Ct Wood Replacement Australian Opal Cloud mined by Sue Cooper
$4,389
W 0.5 in D 0.16 in L 0.79 in
Natural 6.27 Ct Wood Replacement Australian Opal Cloud mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This brilliant purple 4.95 Ct wood replacement opal, carved into a cloud, is a truly exceptional
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Australian Loose Solid Oval Opal of 5.00ct (17mm x 11mm). Lightning Ridge.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
! This Australian Loose Solid Opal is of impressive 5.00ct (17mm x 11mm) from Lightning Ridge
Category
Vintage 1980s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
Natural 9.35 Ct Carved Crystal Australian Opal Scarab mined by Sue Cooper
$1,964
W 0.5 in D 0.28 in L 0.7 in
Natural 9.35 Ct Carved Crystal Australian Opal Scarab mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 9.35 Ct Australian crystal opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Russells opal mine in
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Crystal, Opal
Ethiopian Opal 11.72 Carat Rectangular Cushion Loose Gem - Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, built around the opal’s unique color play and your personal style. Specifications Gemstone: Ethiopian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Natural 5.59 Ct Carved Fossilised Opal carved Flower mined by Sue Cooper
$4,165
W 0.67 in D 0.18 in L 0.67 in
Natural 5.59 Ct Carved Fossilised Opal carved Flower mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 5.95 Ct Australian crystal opal, carved into a flower, is a truly exceptional
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Crystal, Opal
Natural solid 21.67 Ct Crystal Starfish Australian Opal mined by Sue Cooper
$8,776
W 1.21 in D 0.34 in L 1.21 in
Natural solid 21.67 Ct Crystal Starfish Australian Opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 21.67 Ct Australian gem crystal opal, carved into a large starfish, is a truly
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Crystal, Opal
Natural 5.10 Ct Australian Opal Crystal Butterfly Wings mined by Sue Cooper
$1,785
W 0.83 in D 0.12 in L 0.6 in
Natural 5.10 Ct Australian Opal Crystal Butterfly Wings mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This lovely 5.10 Ct natural Australian crystal opal, carved into a pair of butterfly wings, is a
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Crystal, Opal
Natural 11.94 Ct Australian Crystal Nautilus opal carving mined by Sue Cooper
$6,682
W 0.63 in D 0.24 in L 0.8 in
Natural 11.94 Ct Australian Crystal Nautilus opal carving mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 11.94 Ct Australian gem crystal opal, carved into a nautilus shell, is a truly
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Crystal, Opal
Oval Opal Pendant 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemstone: Opal Gemstone Measurements: 19.2 mm x 11.7 mm x 4 mm Opal
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 7.66 Ct Australian green and pink boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
$5,362
W 0.45 in D 0.19 in L 0.69 in
Natural 7.66 Ct Australian green and pink boulder opal mined by Sue Cooper
Located in BELCONNEN, ACT
This beautiful 7.66 Ct Australian boulder opal was mined by Sue Cooper at her Mt. Margaret opal
Category
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Materials
Opal
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Opal Gemstone For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact opal gemstone you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 30 vintage editions and 143 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an opal gemstone may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating an opal gemstone has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Vicki Orr, Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Joon Han are consistently popular. An opal gemstone of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Opal, from our inventory of 157, is particularly popular. See these pages for a cabochon iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our opal gemstone for sale are for women, but there are 41 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Opal Gemstone?
The price for an opal gemstone starts at $157 and tops out at $106,173 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $4,758.
Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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